Carrey’s Sonic the Hedgehog 3 return is exciting because it’s a career first, but it’s also a big deal for other reasons. For one, Carrey does a brilliant job bringing the villain to life, giving Eggman a hilariously sinister persona. While it’s easy for villains to get boring after multiple movies, Carrey’s Dr. Robotnik doesn’t have that problem. He’s unpredictable and a never-ending nuisance for Sonic, and Sonic the Hedgehog 3 just wouldn’t feel the same without him.His antics with Knuckles prove he can share the spotlight, so he won’t draw attention away from Shadow’s debut either.

The actor reprising his role as Dr. Robotnik is also exciting due to the sheer fact that he’ll be back on-screen. After Carrey’s retirement announcement, many fans of the actor assumed they wouldn’t see him in movies anymore. The fact that he’ll be back for Sonic the Hedgehog 3 means they’ll get a chance to enjoy his comedic talents yet again. It could be a final opportunity to bid farewell to Carrey’s performances, as it’s not entirely clear what Sonic the Hedgehog 3 means for his career plans afterward.